I'm of the opinion that the next set needs to nerf Fuerte. While also introducing more methods of interacting with your opponent's SP. Right now there are many "BIG" files out there that by there nature simply bypass the arsonal that many other more common files have at their disposal. Usually people say use returns or Fuerte but many low $$$ players will not have Fuerte and also it's easy to avoid being returned these days.

So I say that Fuerte needs to be changed and not counted as a counter to BIG files anymore. But instead the next set needs to have more 2-3 star cards that can punish "save up mass SP" decks. Sort of like, it would be great to have a 3 star card that is immune to grims altogether for instance. Not meant to fight but instead it could have the ability to prevent a player who's SP is above 6 to gain any more levels in their colors. This would force BIG files to be concerned about needing more ordinary units to deal with such a card.

Fierte does need to be changed, I've already voiced my opinion to the GMs personally. I liked Arakis suggestion, changing Fierte to drain all sphere levels by three exactly. Still a harsh effect, but not as drastic as it is right now. Your theory I support, but the GMs have a tricky time balancing the power struggle between big and small files, although I wouldn't object to a couple more common counters-the kind of card you're designing just flat out sounds OP. "Ha ha you can't touch me with grimoires and I'm buffed to all hell, so either use a really powerful critter or soul skill to kill me".

In the hands of a competent player, a solid EM file will give anyone a run for their money, so yes I think it is a bit strong-but not unbeatable. The question is, is it on the point of so ridiculously powerful that it needs a nerf. I'm not sure about that.

The next generation decks are going to have +3 sphere in 2nd or 3rd slot. Try aiming your +3 sphere in the 3rd slot and watch the fireworks fly! This will avoid any troubles from Fierte, I promise and guarantee you a good deck that can match almost anything if you're able to pull this off.

Romdeau wrote:Fierte does need to be changed, I've already voiced my opinion to the GMs personally. I liked Arakis suggestion, changing Fierte to drain all sphere levels by three exactly.

If that is implemented, then I would like to see Evangelical Hymn / Gospel affect both players' spheres, instead of just yours. This would make the slow-paced Evangelical Hymn / Gospel SS-openings possible.

I'd love to see Fierte nerfed to reduce all sphere levels by 3, as it would make her survivable for big files - But at the same time I'd like to see some other way to mess with your opponent's spheres. Maybe a 1 sp Action Skill "Do damage [AT] to random enemy unit within range, subtract one from rival iczer's highest sphere level"